Description
The Silver Trident, by Gerber, is more than just a famous symbol of Americas top Special Ops personnel. Designed by William Harsey, Jr, and Chief Watson (a founding member of Navy Seal Team 2) the handle is a co mold of two variations of a material called Hytrel. Inside, the hard version of Hytrel. outside, the soft, textured version for greater grip control. You can use the stainless steel butt cap as a hammer if you need to. This is one of the most technically advanced handles ever engineered on a combat knife. It is resistant to heat, to UV light and to chemicals. The blade on the Silver Trident is a double edged clip point made of 154C stainless steel. The blade is heat treated and has a hardness rating of 59-61. This gives you an excellent edge, greater strength and more flexibility. Plus the blade has a non-reflective black finish that limits glare and corrosion. All around, the Silver Trident is an amazing knife. This model, the 6995, has a sawback blade. Overall Length: 11.22" Blade Length: 6.18" Weight: 17.4 oz. Blade Style: Drop Point Blade Material: 154CM Blade Type: Double Serration Handle Material Hytrel Sheath Material: Ballistic nylon Failsafe, hybrid grip design Double-edge clip point blade Non-reflective black blade coating